Business Development Manager (Semiconductor Sector)

Birmingham
2 months ago
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You can be based anywhere in the UK but you would need to be prepared to travel to an office at least once a month (Offices based in North West England and South East England)

£80,000 to £100,000 + Unlimited Commission with an OTE up to as much as £250,000 + Start Up Opportunity with potential Share Options in the future + Pension + Benefits

Are you a proven Salesperson with experience selling into the Semicon sector looking for a unique opportunity where you can earn life changing money through unlimited commission within an exciting start-up company?

On offer is a completely unique position where you will have an integral role in the ongoing success of a groundbreaking organisation.

This forward thinking company have clear growth plans whilst recently winning a respected industry award for innovation. For the right person there will even be Share Options in the future so you will be rewarded for your contribution to the company achieving its goals.

This role would suit someone who has knowledge of Electron Microscopy, analytical equipment or relevant metrology equipment who has sold into the Semiconductor industry. You will be a confident new business go getter and sales hunter rather than an Account Manager.

The Role:

  • Proven track record in B2B new business development into the Semicon sector, ideally within relevant products/solutions from electron microscopy or analytical instrumentation market.
  • Experience selling into businesses mostly. Target industrial sectors include semiconductors, materials, and batteries.
  • Remote based role, this will include global sales so there may be a need to work later in the day to allow for differences in time zones - travel at least once a month to an office
  • Unlimited commission on offer and huge prospects for the future with company growth

    The Person:
  • Must have relevant experience selling into Semiconductor Industry
  • Must have a relevant understanding of Electron Microscopy or analytical / metrology equipment
  • Must have proven sales experience and able to demonstrate previous sales targets being exceeded - must be looking for a new business winning role
  • Happy to join a start up with clear financial backing where you will play a huge role in the success of the business

    Salesperson, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Sales, Electron Microscopy, Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Derby, Bristol, Oxford, Nottingham, London,

    Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

    To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Olly Shone at Rise Technical Recruitment.

    Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

    The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

    We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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